Grace Digital VICTORIA GDI-SW2USB User manual

VICTORIA SOUNDWRITER User Guide

GDI-SW2USB

Contents

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Parts & Functions

Unit Operation

How to Replace the Stylus

Recording to your PC or Mac

Quick Start Guide

GDI-SW2USB & AUDACITY Recording Software

How to Set Up & Record to PC

How to Set Up & Record to Mac

Trouble Shooting Guide for Common Issues

(PC & Mac)

Warranty

Customer Service & Support

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Head all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with a dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation opening(s), install in accordance withthe manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat source such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus

(including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not open the cabinet as this might result in damage to the circuitry or electrical shock. If a

foreign object should get into the set, contact your dealer.

10) The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids,

such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

11) The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

12) Before plugging DC power adaptor into the unit; please make sure the “POWER” button is off.

PRECAUTIONS

1. In order to shut off the unit completely, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, be sure to unplug

the unit if you do not intend to use it for a long period of time.

2. Incorrect use of controls, adjustments and performance other than those specified herein may result

in hazardous radiation exposure.

3. Should this product malfunction, discontinue use and contact a qualified service center.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

RISKS OF ELECTRIC SHOCK- DO NOT OPEN!

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove casing.

No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

The light flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended

to alert User to the presence of “dangerous voltage” which may be of sufficient

magnitude to cause electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point inside an equilateral triangle is intended to alert User to

the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in

the literature that may acco

mpany the appliance.

This product may contain cheimcals listed in Proposition 65

(http://www.oehha.ca.gov/prop65/prop65_list/Newlist.html

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That may be known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm

CAUTION: To prevent shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully inserted

BEFORE USE

1. Choose a safe location and avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near any heat source.

2. Avoid locations subject to vibrations, excessive dust, cold or moisture.

3. Do not open the cabinet as this may result in electrical shock.

4. When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, pull directly on the plug, NOT the cord.

5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents as this might damage the finishing. A clean,

dry cloth is recommended for cleaning.

6. In order to completely turn off the unit, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

7. Keep this manual for future reference.

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Parts & Functions

1. Speaker

2. Function Knob

3. Dial Scale

4. Tuning Knob

5. Volume Knob

6. Repeat Button

7. Play/Pause Button

8. CD door Open/Close Button

9. Stop Button

10. Line-in Jack

11. CD Led Display

12. CD door

13. 3.5mm Headphone Jack

14. B.Skip Button

15. Am/Fm Band Slide Switch

16. F.Skip Button

17. Program Button

18.iPod/ iPhone ® MP3 drawer/ Line-in plug

19. Cassette Slot

20. Turntable Shaft

21. Turntable platter

22. 45 RPM Adaptor

23. 33,45 and 78 RPM Slide Switch

24. Tone Arm Lock/ Tone Arm Rest

25. Needle Arm

26. Needle Cue Control

27. Auto-Stop

28. USB Jack

29.

FM Antenna

30. AC Power Cord

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1, Radio/ Tuner function

Turn the “Function” knob (2) to Radio, then select AM/FM channel by sliding

the “AM/FM” slide switch (15). To select radio station, adjust the Tuning knob

(4) at the center of the unit to select your favorite station. In order to achieve

better FM reception, extend the FM antenna (29).

2, CD function

Turn the “ Function” know KNOB (2) to CD, then press “ Open/ Close “button(8)

to place CD into CD tray. Press again to close the CD door. Press

“Play/Pause“ button (7) to start playin g CD. Press “Play/ Pause” button one

more time to select pause mode. Press “B.Skip” (14)

or “

F.Skip” (16) to select

your ideal track. Press “Stop” button (9) to stop playing. For repeat function,

press “Repeat button”(6) once to repeat one single track and press one more

time to repeat all tracks. Press again to cancel repeat function. To program the

tracks, press “Program Button” (17), then press “B.Skip” (14) or “F.Skip” (16)

button to select your ideal track and press “ Program button”. The unit can

program up to 19 tracks.

3,. PHONO / TURNTABLE function

Turn the “Function “knob (2) to Phono. Place the record onto the turntable (21).

Select the turntable speed by sliding the “33/45/78 rpm” switch (

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right side of the turntable. Unlock the tone arm (25) by release the lock (24),

then lift up the tone arm and gently place the tone arm onto the record to

play. To stop, lift up the tone arm and place it back to the arm rest (24).

Note: Place the 45 rpm adaptor (22) at the center before placing 45 rpm record

onto the turntable.

4, CASSETTE TAPE function

Turn the “Function” Knob (2) to Tape/Line In. Insert the cassette tape into the

cassette slot (19), the cassette tape will automatically play. Press the “Eject”

button gently to skip forward and fully press this button to inject the cassette

tape

Power on the unit

Insert the AC power cord (30) into the AC socket. Turn the Volume Knob(5)

clock-wise to turn on the unit.

Unit Operation

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There are two line-in functions in this unit. One line-in function is located at

the front panel. In order to operate this line-in function, turn the Function

Knob to Tape/Line In. Connect wires into the Line-in Jack (10) at the front

panel in order to play from this source. The second Line-in function is designed

inside the iPhone storage compartment, wh ich located on left side of the unit.

This compartment is for storage of your iPhone/ iPod/MP3, and at the same

time, play your iPhone/ iPod®/MP3. In order to operate this line-in function,

turn the Function Knob to Phono . Connect the wire (provided) into the

line-out of your iPhone/ iPod/MP3. Use the function keys on your iPhone/

iPod/MP3 to start playing. Note: Make sure the tone arm has returned to the

arm rest in order to operate the line-in function .

To replace the needle, please refer to the instructions below.

Removing the needle from the cartridge

1. Place a screwdriver at the tip of the needle headshell and push downwards

in the direction shown in sketch “A”

2. Remove the needle headshell by pulling it forwards and pushing

downwards.

HOW to REPLACE the STYLUS (Needle)

LINE-IN function

1. Hold the tip of the needle headshell

and insert it by pressing in the

direction illustrated by ”B”.

2. Push the needle headshell upwards

in the direction illustrated by “C”

until the needle locks into the tip position

Audacity Recording Software

Your USB turntable is compatible with any recording software that supports

USB Audio devices. We have included Audacity, which is free software,

distributed under the General Public License(GPL).

BEFORE STARTING THE SOFTWARE

Make sure that your USB turntable is plugged into the computer with the

supplied USB cable, and both the comp uter and the turntable are plugged in

and on. Refer to the USB turntable quic k start instruction manual included

before proceeding with software installation.

RECORDING to your PC or Mac

Inserting the needle

utomatically, go to your PC’s menu and select ‘Computer’, then

select the drive that holds the AUDACITY disc for installation.

STEP 4 Select the file Audacity_for_WIN from the disc

STEP 5 Select audacity-win-1.2.6.exe only do NOT select lame_enc.dll

NOTE: The Audacity Set Up Wizard window may open automatically.

IF the Audacity Set Up Wizard opens automatically, there is no need to

select audacity-win-1.2.6.exe

\In either case, click NEXT and continue to follow the prompts to install Audacity

on your PC

NOTE: Once installed, the Audacity program should open automatically

The Audacity icon should be saved to your computer’s Desktop as a shortcut.

Use the icon shortcut as a convenient method to open the Audacity program.

STEP 6 IF the Audacity program is not open Click on the Audacity icon to open

the program.

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Audacity is the recording and editing software included with your

VICTORIA SOUNDWRITER (GDI-SW2USB) You must install Audacity (or an

alternative recording software) on your computer to record audio from your

SOUNDWRITER to your computer. The Audacity disc includes software for use

with PC (Audacity Version 1.2.6) and Mac (Audacity Version 1.3.7) computers.

PC Users: HOW to SET UP & RECORD to a PC

STEP 1 Remove your GDI-SW2USB and contents from the packaging

STEP 2 Connect the USB cord included with your unit to your PC

The US nection to your PC is required for power supply and to record

STEP 3 Insert and install the AUDACITY software disc in your PC

Quick Star Guide

GDI-SW2USB&AUDACITY Recording Software

utomatically, go to your PC’s menu and select ‘Computer’, then

select the drive that holds the AUDACITY disc for installation.

STEP 4 Select the file Audacity_for_WIN from the disc

STEP 5 Select audacity-win-1.2.6.exe only do NOT select lame_enc.dll

NOTE: The Audacity Set Up Wizard window may open automatically.

IF the Audacity Set Up Wizard opens automatically, there is no need to

select audacity-win-1.2.6.exe

\In either case, click NEXT and continue to follow the prompts to install Audacity

on your PC

NOTE: Once installed, the Audacity program should open automatically

The Audacity icon should be saved to your computer’s Desktop as a shortcut.

Use the icon shortcut as a convenient method to open the Audacity program.

STEP 6 IF the Audacity program is not open Click on the Audacity icon to open

the program.

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The Audacity window and controls will appear:

Press RECORD button to begin

recording

Audacity

Press

STOP button

at the end of

recording to be saved or to

begin a new track

Press PAUSE button

to pause the

recording and begin again within

the same track

STEP 7 Use the lift lever to raise and move the tone arm toward the edge of the

record to start the album platter spinning.

STEP 8 Lower the Stylus (needle) onto the section ahead of where you wish to

begin to record on your album and press Record on the Audacity program

STEP 9 Press the RECORD button to begin recording to your computer using

Audacity

STEP 10 Press the STOP button at the end of your recording to be saved or to

begin a new track. The recording will end when STOP is pressed

STEP 11 Press the PLAY button to listen and review the recording.

NOTE: REMOVE the USB cord from your computer’s USB port before playing

back music recorded to your PC. IF not removed, a USB connection may

interfere with play back and audio may NOT be heard.

STEP 12 Save the recorded file by exporting to your PC in an audio WAV format.

To do this, when the recorded file is open in Audacity, select File from the

menu bar at the top of the Audacity window, Then select Export As WAV…

and a Save WAV (Microsoft) File As window opens

STEP 13 In the open window, enter a name for the recorded file in the File name

section of the window and designate where to save the file on your

computer in the section at the top of the window. The Desktop is most

preferred location to save recorded files for the first time.

NOTE: Once you have saved your recorded files in WAV format to your PC you

can keep the files on your computer for future use and move the files to

Windows Media Player or iTunes.

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to your computer using

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Press PLAY button to listen and review

recording

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STEP 14 Record to CD or create an MP3 by copying or dragging the recorded files

from the saved location on your PC to Windows Media Player or iTunes

platform. From either platform your recordings can be burned to CD or

converted to MP3 as desired.

IMPORATNT: for further details on how to use Audacity visit

http://audacity.sourceforge.net/

Mac Users: HOW to SET UP & RECORD to a Mac

STEP 1 Remove your GDI-SW2USB and contents from the packaging

STEP 2 Connect the USB cord included with your unit to your Mac

The USB connection to your Mac is required for power supply and to

record

STEP 3 Insert and install the AUDACITY software disc in your Mac

STEP 4 Select Audacity_for_Mac

STEP 5 Select the Intel, MacOS9 or PPC file that is appropriate for your Mac

NOTE: Recently Intel is the commonly used processer in Mac. To confirm the

processer in your Mac, highlight the Apple icon in the menu bar and

select About This Mac

STEP 6 Intel: Select audacity-macosx-ub--1.3.7.dmg and Audacity 1.3.7.1

window opens

Mac OS9: Select audacity-mac-1.0.0.sit

PPC: Select audacity-macosx-ppc-1.2.6a.dmg

STEP 7 Select the Audacity icon in the Audacity window and the Audacity

program opens

NOTE: Once installed, the Audacity program should open automatically.

The Audacity icon should be saved to your computer’s Desktop as a

shortcut.

Use the icon shortcut as a convenient method to open the Audacity program.

STEP 8 Click OK on the Getting Started window

The Audacity window and controls will appear:

Press RECORD button to begin

recording to your computer using Audacity

Press STOP button at the end of your

recording to be saved or to begin a new track

Press PAUSE button to pause the recording

and begin again within the same track

Press PLAY button to listen and review

recording

STEP 9 Use the lift lever to raise and move the tone arm toward the edge of the

record to start the album platter spinning.

STEP 10 Lower the Stylus (needle) onto the section ahead of where you wish to

begin to record on your album and press Record on the Audacity program

STEP 11 Press the RECORD button to begin recording to your computer using

Audacity

STEP 12 Press the STOP button at the end of your recording to be saved or to

begin a new track. The recording will end when STOP is pressed

STEP 13 Press the PLAY button to listen and review the recording.

NOTE : REMOVE the USB cord from your computer’s USB port before playing

back music recorded to your Mac. IF not removed, a USB connection

may interfere with play back and audio may NOT be heard.

STEP 14 Save the recorded file by exporting to your Mac in an audio WAV format.

To do this, when the recorded file is open in Audacity, select File from

the menu barat the top of the Audacity window, then select Export…

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An Edit Metadata window opens where you can enter in details for your recording.

Select OK when ready to export the file to your Mac and a window opens for you to

enter the name of the file and where to save the file.

STEP 15 Enter a name for the recorded file beside the Save As section of the

window and designate the location to save the file on your Mac beside

the Where section of the window. Desktop is a preferred location to save

recorded files for the first time. In the Format section of the window

select WAV (Microsoft) signed 16 bit PCM

NOTE: Once you have saved your recorded files in WAV format to your Mac you

can keep the files on your computer for future use and move the files to

Windows Media Player or iTunes.

STEP 16 Record to CD or MP3 by copying or dragging the recorded files from the

saved location on your Mac to Windows Media Player or iTunes platform.

From either platform your recordings can be burned to CD or converted

to MP3 as desired.

IMPORTANT: for further details on how to use Audacity visit

http://audacity.sourceforge.net/

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Trouble Shooting Guide for Common Issues (PC & Mac)

PC Trouble

ISSUE: NOT RECORDING from Turntable to PC

SOLUTION:

STEP 1. Confirm the USB cable is connected to PC & Turntable

STEP 2. Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences.

The Audio I/O tab will open. Select Speaker (USB Audio CODEC)

and Microphone (USB Audio CODEC) for the Playback Device and

Recording Device, respectively. IF you still have an issue, select

Microsoft Sound Mapper-Output and Microsoft Sound Mapper-Input

from the same drop down menus. You may also wish to try any other

option listed in the drop down menu as a possible settings option.

ISSUE: NO AUDIO from PC when PLAYING back a new recording

SOLUTION:

STEP 1. Unplug the USB connection from PC

STEP 2. Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences.

The Audio I/O tab

will open. Check there is a check mark in the box beside Software

Playthrough (Play new track while recording it)

STEP 3. Turn on the volume level on your computer speakers

ISSUE: NOT Recording in STEREO to PC

SOLUTION: Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences.

Audio I/O tab will open.

Check the drop down menu for beside Channels. IF 1 (Mono) is

selected, change to 2 (Stereo)

ISSUE: NOT Supporting Window 7 or VISTA

SOLUTION: Visit http://audacity.sourceforge.net/download/ and download the

latest 1.3 series (version 1.3.12 or higher) direct to your PC

AUDACITY Preferences as it appears on PC

Mac Trouble______________________________________________________________

ISSUE: NOT RECORDING from Turntable to Mac

SOLUTION:

STEP 1. Confirm the USB cable is connected to your Mac and Turntable.

Next, highlight the Apple icon in the menu bar and select System

Preferences… Under the Hardware section, select Sound, then

select USB Audio CODEC as the sound input device

STEP 2. Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences.

The Audio I/O tab will open. Select Core Audio: USB Audio

CODEC for the Playback and Recording Devices, respectively.

IF the issue continues, select Microsoft Sound Mapper-Output and

Microsoft Sound Mapper-Input from the same drop down menus.

You may try any other option listed in the drop down menu as a

possible settings option.

ISSUE: NO AUDIO from Mac when PLAYING back a new recording

SOLUTION:

STEP 1. Unplug the USB connection from Mac

STEP 2. Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences.

The Audio I/O tab will open and under Playthrough check there is

a check mark in the box beside Hardware Playthrough & Software

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STEP 3. Turn on and increase volume level on your computer speakers

ISSUE: NOT Recording in STEREO to Mac

SOLUTION: Close and re-open Audacity, click on Edit and select Preferences.

Audio I/O tab will open. Under Recording Check the drop down

menu beside Channels. IF 1(Mono) is selected, change to 2(Stereo)

AUDACITY Preferences as it appears on Mac

Customer Service & Support

For questions regarding your unit please contact us by email at:

http://www.gracesupport.com or visit us at:

www.gracedigitalaudio.com

For details regarding AUDACITY features & functions, tutorials & software updates

are available for free at: http://audacity.sourceforge.net/

TIPS FOR BETTER TURNTABLE PERFORMANCE

1. When opening or closing th e turntable cover, gently grip the center of the

lid or place one hand on each side.

2. Do not touch the needle tip with your fingers; avoid bumping the needle

against the turntable platter or record edge.

3. Frequently clean the needle tip by

using

a

soft

brush

in

a

“back-to-front ’

motion only.

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4. If you must use a needle cleaning fluid, use very sparingly.

5. Gently wipe the dust cover and turntable housing with a soft cloth. Use

only a small amount of mild detergent to clean the turntable and dust

cover.

6. Never apply harsh chemicals or solvents to any part of the turntable system.

Warranty

• Your VICTORIA SOUNDWRITER (GDI-SW2USB) is supported by a limited manufacturer’s warranty

for product defects in material or workmanship that may be evident under normal use for 1 year

from date of purchase from an authorized franchisee or dealer.

• The warranty stated herein is the only warranty applicable to this product. All other warranties,

expressed or implied are hereby disclaimed and are limited by the written limited warranties

contained herein. Except as provided herein, the manufacturer shall have no liability or responsibility

to a customer or any other person or entity with respect to any liability, loss or damage caused

directly or indirectly by use or performance of the product or arising out of any breach of this

warranty, including, but not limited to, any damages resulting in inconvenience, loss of time, data,

property, or profit or any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, even if the

manufacturer has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

• In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, return of the product and your sales

receipt as proof of purchase date for your unit(s) is required and shall, at the discretions of the

manufacturer, result in: (a) correction of the defect by repair without charge for parts and labor;

(b) replacement with the same or similar design; or (c) refund for the purchase price if purchased

directly and returned within 30 days of purchase. All replaced parts and products, and products,

on which a refund may be made, become the property of the manufacturer. New and reconditioned

parts and products should be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period.

• The warranty does not cover:

(a) damage or failure caused by or attributed to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper

installation or improper maintenance, alteration, lightning or excessive voltage or current;

(b) any repairs other than those provided by an authorized service facility;

(c) consumables such as fuses or batteries;

(d) cosmetic damage;

(e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs;

(f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up, service adjustment or re-installation.

• Customers are responsible for any shipping costs related to product return, repair and/or refund.

• Warranty terms may be revised without notification at the discretion of the manufacturer.

Customer Service & Support

Should you have a qestion regarding your unit please visit us at:

www.gracedigitalaudio.com or http://gracesupport.com and click on “submit email”

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San Diego, CA

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